You know the drill. Once the winter weather creeps around the corner, hundreds of thousands of people (at least those living on the chilly portions of the planet) will begin to suffer from cases of drowsiness, crankiness, and (most dreadful of all) dry and flaky skin. For most people battling through the winter weather, battling this problem is a bit of a no-brainer, as they can just reach for a bottle of lotion or Vaseline to put an end to the redness. However, for a percentage of the population in the world, dealing with winter weather means flare-ups of eczema, contact dermatitis, and (worst of all) a skin disorder called psoriasis. So, did you ever think that a certain little green plant with mind-altering capabilities could actually provide a solution to this terrible condition? Let’s take a closer look at the science behind marijuana and psoriasis.
What Exactly Is Psoriasis?
Overall, psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that occurs when the skin begins to overproduce keratinocytes (proteins that protect the skin from irreparable damage). Although these proteins are normally beneficial, in the same of someone suffering from psoriasis, this process takes a rather nasty turn. Ultimately, these keratinocytes build thick, crusty piles along the skin, which results in severe bleeding, itching, inflammation, and pain. Although this disorder is typically suppressed with steroid creams, patients will still experience flare-ups in the same spots. However, like all chemical meds, these creams can still inflict damage on skin cells. So, what can be done?
Pot Problem-Solving
Although no clinical trials have officially been conducted as of yet, researchers are convinced that cannabidiol (CBD, a cannabinoid in marijuana) could provide the relief some patients are looking for. After being rubbed across the skin, the CBD oil interacts with the endocannabinoid system (a network that controls balance and equilibrium in the human body) and begins to activate a series of neural receptors. As a result, the CBD will start to boost our natural ability to regulate pain and inflammation (two of the worst components of psoriasis).
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